A business should be a self-sustaining entity

To achieve true success and scalability, an entrepreneur must view their business as a separate entity, not as an extension of themselves. The goal is to create a self-sustaining organism that can operate and thrive independently of the founder.

This requires moving beyond personal determination and skill to build a system that optimizes people, processes, execution, management, and communication. The business needs strong guiding principles and a framework that allows it to function as a well-oiled machine.

When a business is a self-sustaining entity, it can scale beyond the limits of the entrepreneur's direct involvement. This separation is crucial for long-term growth and for the entrepreneur to transition from a hands-on operator to a true leader. The The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is one such framework for building a self-sustaining business.